Including 7 closely related terms such as flood, flooding, and flood protection.
… and settlements at risk from coastal flooding during stormy weather. Coastal cities with dense populations are particularly vulnerable, especially those can’t afford flood protection. 2.3.4 The impact of warming on food production Increased temperatures, changes to rainfall patterns, and an increased risk of extreme weather events will all negatively affect the production of major…
… year in South-East England compared to today. In a 4°C world in the UK impacts become increasingly severe and may not be avoidable through adaptation. For example, damages caused by river, coastal and surface water flooding all increase markedly with 4°C of warming. Residual flood risks remain high under all adaptation scenarios considered, suggesting limits in the amount of risk…
… that can be avoided through investment in flood defences and other responses. Potentially irreversible impacts to the natural environment are projected with 4°C of warming, including risks to species in protected areas and internationally important UK bird populations. Extreme weather events in the UK are also likely to increase with rising temperatures, causing: • heavier rainfall events…
… areas will contribute to both flood and drought conditions. We are already seeing increasing numbers of heavy rainfall events, and expect this increase to continue, with greater risk of river and flash flooding. Mountain glaciers are expected to continue melting which, along with reduced snow cover, will put stress on communities that rely on these as sources of water. 2.3.3 Changes…
… - with increased risk of flooding; • higher sea levels - with larger storm waves putting a strain on the UK’s coastal defences; • more and longer-lasting heat waves. 2.3.2 The effect of warming on rainfall patterns and water supplies Changing rainfall patterns will affect water supplies. Too much rainfall in a short amount of time in some areas and not enough in other…